Day 1 (Tuesday) USA-Algarve:
Depart the US for your overnight flight to the Algarve via Lisbon. Relax and enjoy dinner and a movie onboard.
Day 2 (Wednesday) Arrive Algarve:
Arrival in Algarve and check-in to your hotel. Free time today allows you to begin your explorations of this beautiful coastal region of Portugal.
Days 3-11 (Thursday-Friday) Algarve:
Enjoy the beauty of this dramatic and scenic stretch of Portuguese coast. Many shops, restaurants and cafes are located near your hotel. Two sightseeing tours are included:
1/2 Day Tour to Loule Market
The busiest inland town, where you can stroll around the narrow streets and visit the Medieval Castle and city wall. Typical Portuguese Market, with the countrymen and women selling fish, fruits and fresh vegetables. See craftsmen, coppersmiths, and basket and harness makers.
1/2 Day Tour to Silves, & Monchique Visit the Moorish Castle (entrance fee not included) and XIII century Cathedral. MONCHIQUE – Typical village located in scenic range of rounded hill, you will have free time shopping for handicrafts.1/2 Day Lagos, Sagres and Cape St. Vincent:
1/2 Day Lagos, Sagres & Cape St. Vincent:
LAGOS, a town linked to the Portuguese Discoveries. Guided visit of the Antonine Museum within the Golden Chapel of St. Anthony (entrance fee not included), the slave market and statue of Prince Henry the Navigator. SAGRES- Visit of the village, fishing harbour and Cape St. Vincent. Return to your hotel.
Full Day Tour of the Best of the East:
Faro, Tavira, and Real de San Antonio
Day 12 (Saturday) Algarve-USA:
Depart Portugal on your transatlantic flight connecting via Lisbon, arriving home later the same day.
Club Hotel do Algarve , Vilamoura
The Club Hotel do Algarve is a 3-star moderate apartment-style hotel ideally situated between Quarteira and Vilamoura, two blocks from the sea. All rooms are spacious and comfortable and include a bedroom, private bathroom, sitting area, balcony and kitchenette. Most rooms overlook the property’s lush gardens. The hotel is close to Vilamoura with its many shops, restaurants and casino. Amenities include an indoor swimming pool (winter months only), onsite restaurant, sauna, tennis court, games room, and small library. The Clube Hotel do Algarve’s tranquil setting offers a relaxing retreat with easy access to the many amenities of this beautiful region of the Algarve.
Vila Gale Marina 4-star
The Vila Gale Marina Hotel is an upgraded 4-star option located adjacent to a marina and near the town center of Vilamoura. All rooms are air-conditioned and include a private bathroom and a spacious balcony overlooking either the pool or the marina. The Vila Gale’s location is central and near to shopping, restaurants, and a casino. Amenities include an indoor heated pool, lounge, and health club (additional fees apply). The Vila Gale Marina Hotel is located within walking distance of restaurants, shops, and nearby attractions—perfect for an upscale extended vacation.
